FALL PROTECTION WORK PLAN

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1 FALL PROTECTION WORK PLAN INSTRUCTIONS A written fall protection work plan must be implemented by each employer on a job site where a fall hazard of 10 feet or greater exists, in accordance with OSHA Standards. The plan must be specific for each work site. THIS WORK PLAN WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE JOB SITE FOR INSPECTION. Attached is a sample of a model fall protection work plan that may be filled out by each employer who has employees exposed above 10 feet. The following steps will help you fill out your plan. 1. FILL OUT THE SPECIFIC JOB INFORMATION. Company Name: _ Job Name: Date: Job Address: City: Job Foreman: Jobsite Phone:

4 4. ASSEMBLY, MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE Assembly and disassembly of all equipment will be done according to manufacturers recommended procedures. (Include copies of manufacturer s data for each specific type of equipment used.) Specific types of equipment on the job are: [LIST] A visual inspection of all safety equipment will be done daily or before each use, as stated in the Employee Training Packet. Any defective equipment will be tagged and removed from use immediately. The manufacturer s recommendations for maintenance and inspection will be followed. 5. HANDLING, STORAGE & SECURING OF TOOLS AND MATERIAL Toe boards will be installed on all scaffolding to prevent tools and equipment from falling from scaffolding. Other specific handling, storage and securing is as follows: [LIST]

5 6. OVERHEAD PROTECTION Hard hats are required on all job sites with the exception of those that have no exposure to overhead hazards. Warning signs will be posted to caution of existing hazards whenever they are present. In some cases, debris nets may be used if a condition warrants additional protection. Additional overhead protection will include: [LIST] Toe boards (at least 4 inches in height) will be installed along the edge of scaffolding and walking surfaces for a distance sufficient to protect employees below. Where tools, equipment or materials are piled higher than the top of the toe board, paneling or screening will be erected to protect employees below.

6 7. INJURED WORKER REMOVAL Normal first aid procedures should be performed as the situation arises. If the area is safe for entry, the first aid should be done by a foreman or other certified individual. Initiate Emergency Services Dial 911 (where available) Phone location: First aid location: Elevator location: Crane location: Other: Location: Rescue considerations. When personal fall arrest systems are used, the employer must assure that employees can be promptly rescued or can rescue themselves should a fall occur. The availability of rescue personnel, ladders, or other rescue equipment should be evaluated. In some situations, equipment that allows employees to rescue themselves after the fall has been arrested may be desirable, such as devices that have descent capability. Describe methods to be used for the removal of the injured worker(s): [LIST]

7 8. TRAINING AND INSTRUCTION PROGRAM All new employees will be given instructions on the proper use of fall protection devices before they begin work. They will sign a form stating they have been given this information. This form becomes part of the employee s personnel file. The written fall protection work plan will be reviewed before work begins on the job site. Those employees attending will sign below. The fall protection equipment use will be reviewed regularly at the weekly safety meetings. Date: Foreman or Job Superintendent: Prior to permitting employees into areas where fall hazards exist, all employees must be trained regarding fall protection work plan requirements. Inspection of fall protection devices/systems must be made to ensure compliance with OSHA Standards.

8 Fall Protection Work Plan Sample Two - Instructions Why do I need a fall protection work plan? Falls from elevation are a major cause of injuries in the construction industry. OSHA Regulations require you to evaluate your worksite to identify fall hazards. You must then eliminate or control the fall hazards you identify. If fall hazards of 10 feet or more exist, you must provide a written plan which identifies: o All fall hazards in the work area o The methods you and your employees will use to eliminate and control them o Correct procedures for assembly, maintenance, inspection, and disassembly of fall protection systems used o Correct procedures for handling, storage, and securing of tools and materials o The method of providing overhead protection o The method for prompt, safe removal of injured workers

9 o Training methods for the employees working on the jobsite The fall protection work plan must be specific to the work site The fall protection work plan must be available on the work site for review The documentation of training must be available on the work site for review How do I write the plan? Use the attached template to assist you Have a competent employee complete the template to make it work site specific Customize the template as needed by adding missing information and/or deleting unnecessary information NOTE: The plan form and individual site plans must accurately describe the conditions at your worksite and the methods you will use. A compliance officer will, in addition to ensuring that your plan contains all the required elements, determine if it describes what you actually do. If it does not, you may be subject to citation and monetary penalty! Fall Protection Work Plan Fall Hazard Identification and Protection Selection Worksheet On the table below, identify each fall hazard of 10 feet or more that exists or will exist during this construction project and then select the protection method from the options identified below the table.

11 Fall Protection Methods: Select a fall protection method from the list below for each hazard identified above. Assembly and implementation instructions for the method(s) used are located elsewhere in this document. Standard Guardrails Fall Arrest Harness Fall Restraint Harness/Belt Warning Line System Safety Net Cover or Hatch Warning Line & Safety Monitor Positioning Belt Other: Overhead Hazard Protection Methods: For each overhead hazard identified, specify the method(s) of protection for workers below. Refer to the Overhead Protection Section of this plan for any special installation instructions. Hard Hats Required Overhead Hazard Signs Debris Nets Toe Boards on Guardrails Screens on Guardrails Barricade to Control Access to Area Other: Other: Fall Protection Work Plan Fall Protection System Assembly and Maintenance Fall protection systems will be assembled and maintained according to manufacturer s instructions when using a manufactured system. A copy of those instructions is available on-site for reference. Assembly and maintenance instructions unique to this worksite such as components, placement of systems, anchor points, areas where systems are particularly subject to damage, etc., are specified below. Standard Guardrails must: be 39 to 45 above the work surface at top rail with midrail and toe board. be able to withstand 200 pounds of pressure on the top rail in any direction. not have significant deflection. be inspected regularly for damaged or missing components.

12 Note: A guardrail does not protect a person standing on a ladder, box, or other surface above the work surface. Post Material: Post Spacing (8 max): Rail Material: Anchor Method: Other Instructions: Fall Arrest Harness: Must have anchor points capable of withstanding a 5000 pound shock unless a deceleration device in use limits fall to 2 feet, in which case a 3000 pound anchor point may be used. Free fall may not exceed 6. A lower level may not be contacted during a fall. Lifelines must be placed or protected to prevent abrasion damage. Snap hooks may not be connected to each other, or to loops in webbing. Inspect components for deformation, wear, and mildew. System Component List: Anchor Point at this worksite: Configuration and placement sketch attached? Yes No Other Instructions:

13 Positioning Belt: Employees must not be able to fall more than 2 feet. The anchorage must be able to sustain 4 times the intended load. Snap hooks must not be connected to each other, or to loops in webbing. System Component List: Anchor Point at this worksite: Other Instructions: Fall Protection Work Plan Fall Restraint Harness/Belt: Anchor points: must withstand 4 times the intended load. must always prevent a free fall from the work surface. (Several alternate anchor points may be necessary to

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